As the U.S. stock market continues to ride high, with major indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reaching record levels, investors are closely analyzing earnings reports and keeping an eye on economic developments. In this environment of robust market performance, dividend stocks can offer a blend of income and potential capital appreciation, making them a compelling consideration for those seeking stability amid market highs.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States
Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
Valley National Bancorp (VLY) | 4.76% | ★★★★★☆ |
Universal (UVV) | 5.87% | ★★★★★★ |
Peoples Bancorp (PEBO) | 5.22% | ★★★★★☆ |
Huntington Bancshares (HBAN) | 3.73% | ★★★★★☆ |
First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK) | 6.24% | ★★★★★★ |
Ennis (EBF) | 5.64% | ★★★★★★ |
Dillard's (DDS) | 5.89% | ★★★★★★ |
CompX International (CIX) | 4.67% | ★★★★★★ |
Columbia Banking System (COLB) | 6.03% | ★★★★★★ |
Citizens & Northern (CZNC) | 5.67% | ★★★★★☆ |
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Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.
Timberland Bancorp (TSBK)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Timberland Bancorp, Inc. is the bank holding company for Timberland Bank, offering a range of community banking services in Washington, with a market cap of $251.66 million.
Operations: Timberland Bancorp, Inc. generates revenue primarily from its community banking services segment, totaling $76.81 million.
Dividend Yield: 3.2%
Timberland Bancorp recently increased its quarterly dividend by 4% to $0.26 per share, reflecting a stable and reliable dividend history over the past decade. Despite trading at 49.7% below estimated fair value, its dividends are well-covered by earnings with a low payout ratio of 30.1%. The company completed a significant share buyback program, enhancing shareholder value, although its dividend yield of 3.21% is modest compared to top-tier US dividend payers.
- Click here to discover the nuances of Timberland Bancorp with our detailed analytical dividend report.
- In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Timberland Bancorp is trading behind its estimated value.
Coca-Cola FEMSA. de (KOF)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Coca-Cola FEMSA, S.A.B. de C.V. is a franchise bottler that produces, markets, sells, and distributes Coca-Cola trademark beverages across several Latin American countries including Mexico and Brazil, with a market cap of $18.63 billion.
Operations: Coca-Cola FEMSA, S.A.B. de C.V. generates revenue of MX$286.15 billion from its Non-Alcoholic Beverages segment across its operating regions in Latin America.
Dividend Yield: 4.4%
Coca-Cola FEMSA recently affirmed a quarterly dividend of US$0.874 per share, maintaining a stable dividend history over the past decade. However, its dividends are not well-covered by free cash flows, with a high cash payout ratio of 171.6%. Despite trading at 53.9% below estimated fair value and having increased earnings by 15.7% last year, its dividend yield of 4.41% remains lower than the top quartile in the US market.
- Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Coca-Cola FEMSA. de's dividend report.
- Our valuation report unveils the possibility Coca-Cola FEMSA. de's shares may be trading at a discount.
Universal Insurance Holdings (UVE)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc. operates as an integrated insurance holding company in the United States with a market cap of $679.41 million.
Operations: Universal Insurance Holdings generates revenue primarily from its Property & Casualty insurance segment, which amounts to $1.55 billion.
Dividend Yield: 3.1%
Universal Insurance Holdings declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.16 per share, with dividends consistently stable and growing over the past decade. The payout ratio is low at 27.2%, indicating strong coverage by earnings and cash flows, supported by a cash payout ratio of 9.2%. Although its dividend yield of 3.09% is below the top quartile in the US market, it trades at an attractive value relative to peers, despite recent exclusion from the Russell 2000 Dynamic Index.
- Navigate through the intricacies of Universal Insurance Holdings with our comprehensive dividend report here.
- Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Universal Insurance Holdings is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.
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